Films by Title: Alphabetical

A .45 at 50th by Joshua Bell & John Cromwell - Auditorium 1:00 - 2:00

Actor/Activist James Cromwell relives his experience with Elbert “Big Man” Howard, a key member of the “Black Panther Party” during 1968.

Originally from Minneapolis, Joshua Bell, producer and co-director lives and works in Los Angeles in both film and music. Under the production entity Digital Gypsy, he strives to create soulful and substantive content in various genres. John Cromwell, writer, co- director and lead actor, has relocated to Minneapolis, and works continuously on short and long form films. He prides himself on wearing many hats and strives to push the creative and collaborative spirit within his work. August Thurmer, director of photography, is a rising force within the International Cinematographer’s Guild. Based in Los Angeles, his keen eye and attuned sensitivity as a cinematographer, has allowed him to shoot numerous commercials, music videos, documentaries and features, both nationally and internationally. David Hopper, editor, was splicing film with scissors and tape in his childhood home, before the advent of Avid or Final Cut Pro. His editorial work on music videos, webisodes, TV pilots, documentaries, short and feature-length films have won numerous awards.

68 Miles by James Malec - Auditorium 12:00 - 1:00

68 Miles presents Twin Cities jazz artists performing their arrangement of a Miles Davis composition from 1968. Historical footage reflecting significant events from 1968 is interspersed with visual elements of the musicians' performances. James has over thirty years of filmmaking experience including producing, writing, directing and editing video productions for broadcast and cable distribution. Clients include the U of M, MN Dept. of Health and the MN State Lottery.

Another Direction by Aleshia Mueller - Auditorium 3:00 - 4:00

A year split between Kenya and Minnesota. A political view moving from conservative to progressive. A nation torn over the deaths of King and Kennedy. A world erupting in spontaneous acts of student resistance to authority. A family growing during all of the commotion. Dick Bancroft moved in Another Direction.  Aleshia is the owner of Reel Nomad Productions and has worked on long and short media projects that range from podcasts, music and travel videos, scientific, social, and historical documentaries, commercials, and narrative films.

Beyond: The Stories of Hippie Dave by Lucas Langworthy - Auditorium 2:00 - 3:00

Beyond looks at the genration gap and the cultural revolution that affected the United States in the late 1960's. Hippie Dave, an ex-marine, shares the stories that made him what he is today.

A Circle and Three Lines by Jan Selby - Auditorium 3:00 - 4:00

The peace symbol turned 50 years old in 2008. But where did it come from? What did it originally mean? And what does this universal symbol mean today? Ken Kolsbun, author of Peace, The Biography of a Symbol, explains its history and challenges us to think about its future. This is Jan's first film as director and editor. She is co-owner of Darn Good Documentaries, a video production company that brings the authenticity of documentary video to corporate and non-profit organizations. She spent 25 years as a marketing consultant, but has dreamed of making films since being in college when she made her first 16mm film.

Democrats at War - Mondale Reflects on 1968 by Emily Haddad & John Kaul - Auditorium 1:00 - 2:00

Democrats at War tells the story of 1968 from the perspective of Walter F. Mondale. He addresses the Vietnam War, the battle among Democratic presidential candidates (two of them fellow Minnesotans), the assassinations, the violent Chicago Convention; and, finally, the positives that emerged from the chaos during that year. Emily is an award-winning filmmaker and screenwriter. Her most recent feature-length historical documentary was selected "Best of Fest" at the Illinois International Film Festival. Her films have played in many film festivals, including the "Women with Vision" festival at the Walker.

Dust of War by Greg Paape - Auditorium 12:00 - 1:00

Jack, a veteran of the Iraq war, is being called back to duty against his will. In negotiating his limited options to avoid stop-loss, he learns of an uncle who dodged the draft in 1968. Jack goes to the Canadian wilderness as both he and his uncle's stories collide. To produce his film, Greg collaborated with others at the Blue Ridge Media Group.

Eighteen in Sixty-Eight by Roger Bindl - Auditorium 2:00 - 3:00

A perspective on 1968 from an eligible for the draft 18 year old graduating from high school and going on to college during the Vietnam war. It was a year marked by fear and violence yet love, music, and hope for change. Roger has been producing short video's for 7 years. He started producing with a local Kino film group, for public access television in Madison, and eventually to video journalism with ViodiTV. This is the 4th year with MNHS and one of my favorite events. I did not want to do this from my perspective, but in struggling with the ideas it came back to thoughts of my experience with being 18 in 1968.

Heroes of 1968 by Tim Moore - Lounge 1:00 - 2:00

Heroes of 1968 speaks of the heroes from that year though the the eyes of a teen who meets his greatest hero (next to his dad) Harmon Killebrew of the Minnesota Twins. Tim is a first time filmmaker.

LIE by Vaughn Juares & Bridget McGrath - Auditorium 2:00 - 3:00

In 1968 Dennis Wilson was the drummer for one of the biggest bands in the world, the Beach Boys. In the summer of 1968 he met a musician who inspired him and the two set off to change the world. The two made a recording which stands as Charles Manson's first professional recording: "LIE". Vaughn has produced films that have won top honors at the San Francisco International Film Festival. In 2008, Vaughn took on the role of Creative Director at North Woods Advertising. Bridget has partnered with Vaughn for the last 6 years. She is Founder and CEO of Fortaleza Filmworks. She is a mother of 5 which keeps her busy around the clock.

Mini Skirts & Matrimony by Beth M Anderson - Lounge 1:00 - 2:00

Women's fashions were changing in 1968 and wedding fashions went along with them. Hemlines were raised as society dealt with the impacts of the political climate, the music scene, and the women's movement. The free-thinking of 1968 created the generation gap and ushered in a new generation of women. Beth works for the Institute on the Environment at the U of M as multimedia producer. She shoots, directs, edits and produces videos and other multimedia features for the Web, promotional DVDs and other media platforms. She has edited several short films and is planning to make her own feature-length documentary.

A Minnesota Family - 1968 by Tim Hulett - Lounge 2:00 - 3:00

The experience of a young Minnesota family throughout the year of 1968 with reflections on a real life within the tumultous events in the world. Tim is a first time filmmaker.

My Brothers by Tom Drube & Kurt Zimmerman - Auditorium 1:00 - 2:00

Kurt knew little details of his brother's lives in 1968. Today, as an adult, it is more easily understood why as a child he was insulated from the details of that tumultuous time. Lessons learned from four decades ago seem relevant today. Tom Drube and his brother-in-law Kurt Zimmerman both live in the south metro area. Tom is an Engineer and Kurt is a medical doctor. They collaborated on this project that tells the story of Kurt's brothers in the 60's as means to explore family legacy and leave something for generations to come.

Native Sons by Mick Caouette - Auditorium 3:00 - 4:00

NATIVE SONS is a revealing glimpse into the conflicted relationship between Vice President Hubert Humphrey and Senator Eugene McCarthy, while they campaigned for the presidency in the summer and fall of 1968. Mick has produced for cable TV as well as films including The Heart of Bassett Place: W. Gertrude Brown and the Wheatley House and Eugene J McCarthy: Muses and Mementos. He has recently completed a two hour biography on the life of Vice President Hubert Humphrey, entitled Hubert H Humphrey: The Art of the Possible. Caouette has also produced museum installations for the U of M, and short pieces for presentations by Vice President Walter Mondale and President Bill Clinton.

Nineteen Sixty-Haight by Nick Rondeau - Lounge 2:00 - 3:00

A girl discovers a magical camera at a garage sale. The camera allows her to see the wrld was in 1968. Nick is a creative commercial editor.

Our Perspective of 1968 by Sean Drummond - Lounge 2:00 - 3:00

This is our perspective of the world in 1968. The war going on in Vietnam and people getting killed. Also rioting and a new revolution going on back home. This is Sean's first time making a serious film.

Philippines 1968: My Mother's Journey Home by Angela Andrist & Steve Date - Auditorium 1:00 - 2:00

In 1968, Angela turned three. It was the year her mother took her to family in the Philippines. We glimpse this fleeting prosperous time in the Philippines, in contrast to the happenings in the United States. Angela earned the "Emerging Filmmaker Award" in the 2008 short film competition. Steve also participated in the 2008 competition. He is a videographer for MinnPost and is working on a feature length documentary about Coalwood, West Virginia

Reflections on Mister Rogers by Emily Boudek - Lounge 1:00 - 2:00

Reflections on Mr. Rogers is about Mister Rogers Neighborhood, which debuted nationally in 1968, and how the show continues to affect lives. Emily Bloudek and Adam Anderson have been friends and co-workers for nearly four years. This is their first film project together and they are looking forward to many more.

Reluctant Dissent: Dr James P Shannon Story by Rich Cornell & Steve Date- Auditorium 2:00 - 3:00

In 1968 Bishop James P. Shannon of St. Paul wrote to Pope Paul VI disagreeing with his position on birth control. Shannon resigned his post and moved to New Mexico. He married and returned in 1974 to lead several philanthropic organizations. Richard has been making films for the last two years. Hus film Howie and Ruth was a part of the 2008 Greatest Generation Project.

Seeds of '68 by A.B Pydych - Lounge 1:00 - 2:00

The young Dr Rev Frederick A Bartling's passion for civil rights is awakened when he experiences prejudice and hatred in the South. This story, told through Professor Bartling and past students, looks back at the ongoing struggle for freedom that culminated in America "coming apart" in 1968. Anastasia is a novice filmmaker who has archived family reunions for 12 years and a graduation for the docents at the MIA. She completed a documentary film class at MCAD this summer.

Sorority Pin by Bonnie Flood - Auditorium 12:00 - 1:00

In 1968, a 15 year old girl leads a double life: typical suburban teen during the week and committed radical activist on the weekends. And it all started with a coveted sorority pin that eluded her grasp. Bonnie Usan Flood is currently a Media Consultant and Manager for political candidates and a lobbyist for public interest issues campaigns. She has worked as a documentary filmmaker; Director of Public Affairs for the Wharton School; writer and producer of corporate videos and a commercial producer in New York, Philadelphia and the Twin Cities.

Taking Over the Ivory Tower by Bill Bonde - Auditorium 12:00 - 1:00

This film tells the story of the Morrill Hall takeover that led to the formation of the African American Studies department at the University of Minnesota. The politically pivotal events of 1968 spurred Rose Mary Freeman Massey to lead a march to the president's office and demand change. Five of us worked together as a team, encouraging each other, tapping into each other's

strengths and surprising ourselves with skills we didn't know we had. We found inspiration and consensus at every turn, even during the final, painful cutting process!

Through 1968, We Learn About Gold by Jonathan Quijano - Lounge 2:00 - 3:00

Minneapolis filmmakers look at the year 1968 through the lens of economics—namely, the gold standard. By learning the story of the gold standard, they satisfy their curiosity and show that recent events can have fascinating connections to the distant past. This is Jonathan's third film. Previously, I made Wells Lewis: Lost Heir to a Minnesota Son and Rosalie Wahl: Vision of a Better World, both for the MN History Society Greatest Generation Film Project.

War Peace and Protest: Then & Now by IFP cadre of youth filmmakers - Auditorium 3:00 - 4:00

Veterans talk with a group of youth filmmakers about their experiences in Vietnam and their perspectives on today's conflicts. This project was created as part of an IFP MN youth summer workshop. Gabe Aderhold, Tim Blodgett, Ruth Griffendorf, Cameron Mihock, Emma Quirk- Durben, Elizabeth Schmall and Katie Shaughnessy, along with Deacon and co-instructor Anna Mikelson, collaborated on the film.